School Site Supervisor

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent education recruitment agency in Lancaster is seeking a Site Supervisor for a primary school starting January 2026 on a temporary basis. This role involves overseeing the safety and cleanliness of the school site, managing the cleaning team, and carrying out maintenance tasks. Candidates should have relevant experience and a proactive attitude. The position offers flexible working hours in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or facilities supervisor role is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the school site, ensuring safety.
• Open and close the school premises as part of the split shift.
• Supervise and support the cleaning team.

Skills

Practical and maintenance skills

Ability to work independently

Team management

Proactive and reliable attitude

Job description

Overview

Site Supervisor - Primary School, Lancaster
Location: Lancaster
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Hours: Split Shift (Before and After School) - Hours Negotiable
Employer: Veritas Education

Veritas Education is working with a welcoming and well-regarded primary school in Lancaster to recruit a Site Supervisor starting in January 2026 on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a hands-on approach and a passion for keeping school environments safe, clean, and well-maintained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the school site, ensuring it is safe, secure, and operational.
• Open and close the school premises as part of a split shift (typically early morning and late afternoon).
• Supervise and support the cleaning team, ensuring high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., caretaker, site manager, facilities supervisor) is desirable.
• Strong practical and maintenance skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a small team.
• A proactive, reliable, and flexible attitude.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Working Pattern

Split shift: Morning and afternoon - exact hours are negotiable to suit the right candidate.

Application requirements

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community